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Futaba have revealed more details of the forthcoming 7PX 2.4GHz telemetry radio system. Featuring the super-fast T-FHSS SR Super Response protocol the radio is expected to be even faster than the current 4PX transmitter while sporting a 4.3″ LCD touch screen, the new R334SBS diversity receiver as well as additional channels that feature reversing, end point adjustments, sub-trim, assignable brake mixing and ABS. The radio is expected to hit stores this summer.

Features
– T-FHSS SR Super Response, T-FHSS, S-FHSS and FASST protocols
– Large, backlit 4.3” LCD touch screen
– Full telemetry compatible
– 40-model memory
– 5 programmable mixes
– S.Bus servo programming editor
– R334SBS 2.4GHz diversity receiver
– Channels 5/6 and 7 feature reversing, end point adjustments, sub-trim, assignable brake mixing and ABS
– 4WS mixing
– Brake mixing
– Gyro mixing
– Steering mixing
– Assignable switch/dial functions
– Servo monitor
– Up/down/integral timer
– Lap timer/memory
– Wheel/trigger (tension, position, angle) adjustments
– Model copy
– Software-updateable
– Micro memory card slot
– Voice message/audio earphone jack
– Right/left hand operation

Source: Futaba [futabarc.com]

Made for JConcepts’ Tribute monster truck wheels are the new 25mm offset hex wheel adapters. One of the key features of the wheels involves having replaceable adaptors which can alter the vehicle width. For the high-power crowd, JConcepts now offer the 25mm offset adaptors as a machined aluminium option. With the aluminium adapters, racers can now power up and race worry free with the widest track width available by JConcepts. The precision machined hexes are designed for 12mm hex hubs, they are light-weight and feature black anodising with laser engraved offset markings. The hex adaptors bolt-up just as the production units, utilising the stock hardware in a beefy 6-lug pattern.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

The French RC94 club in Sucy-en-Brie held an 1/8th Nitro Buggy regional race over the weekend and it was Samuel Miroir who took the TQ after the qualifiers. In the 30-minute 1/8th Nitro Open class main final however it was Vincent Meertens (TLR/RC Concept), who only sat in P11 after the qualifiers and who would set the pace to bring home the win one lap ahead of Thomas Carandi (Kyosho/Novarossi) in 2nd and Pierre Raboulin (Mugen/Ninja) in 3rd.

Source: RC Concept [rcconcept.net]

For round 3 of this year’s French 1/10th Buggy National Championship the drivers travelled to Gonfreville l’Orcher near Le Havre in the northern part of the country. In the 2WD class Armand Lantheaume would take the overall TQ and win from Stephane Deroch and Ludovic Valtier (Team Associated) in 2nd and 3rd respectively. In the 4WD class it was again Armand who excelled by winning the opening two A-mains, coming from the 2 spot on the grid. Young Clement Boda (Team Associated) would obtain the runner-up spot from Yokomo’s Sylvain Gallo-Selva in 3rd.

Source: Aigoin Racing [aigoinracing.com]

The opening round of the East German regionals was held at the RC Speedracer track in Bernau near Berlin. Sven Janik was the man to beat in the Formula class as he not only took the overall TQ but he also grabbed the day’s win from veteran racers Kai-Oliver Guttschau and Mirko Morgenstern in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

The second round of the Italian GT National Championship was held at the Cassino track over the weekend. In the Expert class Francesco Tironi took a convincing win in front of Giuseppe D’Angelo and Loris Luise. In the F2 category young Andrea Catanzani would come out fastest in the main final from another youngster, Antonio Romano, while Mauro Mieli had to settle for 3rd overall.

Source: Pepe Group [pepegroup.net]

Coming soon from Xtreme Aerodynamics is the all-new Diablo 1/8th on-road body shell. The completely new body is not part of Xtreme Aerodynamics’ popular R18 family, hence the new name. The lid will hit stores in regular 1mm and lightweight 0.75mm thickness variants and all information and images will become available in time for the release.

Source: Xtreme Aerodynamics [xtremeaerodynamics.com]

Yokomo have introduced their new Racing Performer 6000mAh LCG LiPo battery pack. Made from high-quality 70C/140C cells the battery offers low internal resistance and thus maximum voltage and punch, making it ideal for both Modified and Stock racing classes. On top of this does the low centre of gravity design make for less chassis rolling in corners which can result in faster lap times.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]